Stuart GoldsmithArts, Comedy
Stuart GoldsmithArts, Comedy

About

For anyone who writes comedy, makes comedy, loves comedy, as we delve into the minds of over 500 comedians across the world, asking them in depth about how they do it, and how they cope with the challenges of a creative life. Previous guests include James Acaster, Bill Burr, Russell Howard, Bo Burnham, Sarah Millican, Sindhu Vee and Patton Oswalt.


“Absolutely riveting”—The Guardian

“For anyone with an interest in the craft of stand-up comedy, this is a dream come true.” — Festival Journal

“Not just another w***** talking about comedy.” — Greg Proops


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  • Flo & Joan (2019): ComCompendium
    Open Mics To Streaming Specials, The Royal Variety Performance & Disconnecting When Going Viral
  • Charlene Kaye
    Rockstar To Comedian, Tenacious D Influences & How A Taylor Swift Parody Changed Everything!
  • Johnny Marriott from PET NEEDS: NonComPod
    The Economics Of Being In A Band, Parasocial Relationships & How Parenthood Shapes A Creative Career
  • Chris Fleming (2019): ComCompendium
    The Restrictive Freedom of Comedy & Proving You're Not "Just a YouTuber"
  • Joyelle Nicole Johnson
    Nerves As A Sign Of Respecting The Audience, Leaving The US & Why A Comedian Requites Some Delusion
  • James Acaster | Hecklers Welcome (2024): ComCompendium
    Quitting Stand-Up, Still Hating Hecklers & Why You Become A Comedian
  • Ken Cheng
    The Master of LinkedIn Satire, Board Game Fame & Poker Psychology
  • Lindsey Santoro
    Comedy As Connection, Life Beyond Stand-Up & Imposter Syndrome
  • Shenoah Allen
    A Human Love Story In A Monkey Suit, Leaving The Pajama Men & Creating Work That Outlives You
  • Sophie Duker
    Why Staying Bold Matters, Financial Transparency & The Cost Of Visibility
  • Reggie Watts
    Why No Two Shows Are The Same, Surviving Late Night TV & Leaving Comedy Bang! Bang!
  • Sarah Millican 2012: ComCompendium
    Panel Show Prep, Writing Processes, Unique Challenges & Playing Large Rooms
  • Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 3
    Russell Howard, Nick Mohammed, Aparna Nancherla & More!
  • Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 2
    Max Fosh, Marjolein Robertson, Huge Davies & More!
  • Were Comedians Happy In 2025: Vol 1
    Iain Stirling, Alan Davies, Chloe Radcliffe & More!
  • Ray Bradshaw
    Performing In Sign Language & English Simultaneously, Making Comedy Accessible & Being Niche Famous
  • Urooj Ashfaq
    The Evolution Of The Indian Stand-Up Scene, Why You Can’t Plan Authenticity & The Pressure For Women To Never Be Mediocre
  • John Kearns 2020: ComCompendium
    Sense Of Place, Overreaching In Writing & The John Kearns Film?!
  • Josie Long Returns
    Preaching To The Choir, Immersive Finales & Redefining Success
  • Adam Riches
    Audience Participation, Sean Bean & Industry Struggles